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962 FGK

1963 Ford Classic

Blue Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,621 mi
Last recorded90,621 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 1963 Ford Classic44,080 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration962 FGK
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2012 90,621 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front out rigger corroded

nearside front panel below light corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2012 90,616 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front out rigger corroded

nearside front panel below light corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2011 90,283 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 89,359 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 88,653 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 87,058 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 87,058 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 86,363 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 86,354 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Ford Classic?

Based on 1,617 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 35
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
brake binding 32
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 29
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962 FGK is a 1963 Ford Classic in Blue with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1963 Ford Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 44,080 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Classic fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 962 FGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 63 years old, this Ford Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 962 FGK registered?

962 FGK is a 1963 Ford Classic, first registered on 19 February 1963.

Is 962 FGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 962 FGK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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